August Crop Reports will be released August 12, but UGA Extension Entomologist, Philip Roberts, says we are already aware of the hot and dry conditions in many parts of the state, a formula for stress and insects. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle …
Consumers Prefer Domestically Grown Food
A new Harris Interactive poll has found 94-percent of people believe it’s important to grow food domestically instead of relying on foreign suppliers. And American Sugar Alliance Chairman, James Johnson, says this is good news for our local sugar producers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through …
Spicing Down High Blood Pressure
A new study shows that the spicy ingredient in hot peppers, capsaicin, could lower blood pressure. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance …
Senate Approves Mandatory Price Reporting
The Livestock Mandatory Price Reporting Act is set to expire on September 30th, but last week the U.S. Senate reauthorized the act for five years but it now needs approval from the U.S. House of Representatives before it expires next month. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded …
AL Urging Vaccination of Horses
After a few cases of EEE and WNV have been noted, Alabama horse owners are being urged to vaccinate their animals. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Discussing Farm/Disaster Bills & Peanut Shellers/Buying Points to Meet
In our nation’s capitol, discussions about the upcoming Farm Bill and Disaster Bill continue, as Tyron Spearman has the latest on both of those along with information about a meeting taking place this week involving certain aspects of the peanut industry. Bills: Download Audio Meeting: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers …
Wednesday Evening Entertainment During Citrus Expo
The newest official Citrus Expo event for those staying in Ft. Myers Wednesday evening, Aug. 18, is the Casino Night fundraiser for Florida FFA, planned as an after-dinner social event. Earlier Wednesday evening is the Gulf Citrus Growers Association’s annual banquet. Download Audio CLICK THE EXPO LOGO FOR REGISTRATION AND PROGRAM DETAILS! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Grocery Chains Promoting FL Seafood
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about major grocery retail chains that are promoting Florida seafood products through an advertising partnership with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Download Audio More information is available online by clicking on “Gulf Safe.” Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers …
CRDF’s Gunter Urges Growers To Attend Citrus Expo
Much of the information to be presented at Citrus Expo Aug. 18-19 is based on research that the Citrus Research and Development Foundation funds. The foundation is a co-sponsor of the Citrus Expo seminars, and foundation Chief Operating Officer Dan Gunter urges growers to attend. Download Audio CLICK THE EXPO LOGO FOR REGISTRATION AND PROGRAM DETAILS! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …
Trade Talks
U.S. officials are still trying new tactics. What are they? Everett Griner fills us in. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance Brahman …